Ian Leavers, former president of the Queensland Police Union and a passionate advocate for officer welfare, has passed away at the age of 58.
Sofie Formica highlighted Leavers' three decades of dedicated service to the police force. He played a key role in securing presumptive PTSD legislation and was instrumental in transforming the union into a financially strong organization.
"Former Police Union President Ian Leavers, a fierce advocate for officer welfare has died at 58."
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Author’s summary: Ian Leavers, a committed police union leader, significantly advanced officer welfare and left a lasting impact on the Queensland Police Union before his passing at 58.